The New Mexico Goatheads are back on the ice tonight for the second game in franchise history as they take on the Idaho Steelheads at the Rio Rancho Events Center!
After an unforgettable, sold-out Opening Night that marked the return of professional hockey to New Mexico for the first time in 17 years, the Goatheads continue their historic inaugural weekend with another exciting night of ECHL hockey.
Opening Weekend is presented by Del Norte Credit Union.
Here's everything you need to know before heading to the arena!
GAME INFORMATION
Matchup: New Mexico Goatheads vs. Idaho Steelheads
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Location: the Rio Rancho Events Center
Puck Drop: 7:00 PM MT
Season Ticket Member Doors: 5:30 PM
General Public Doors: 6:00 PM
Tickets: Available at NMGoatheads.com/tickets
SATURDAY NIGHT GIVEAWAY
The Opening Weekend celebration continues with another exclusive giveaway for Goatheads fans!
Goatheads Rally Towels: First 3,000 fans, courtesy of Del Norte Credit Union.
Fans are encouraged to arrive early to secure their giveaway before supplies run out!
PARKING & ARENA ARRIVAL
Parking is FREE for all fans at the Rio Rancho Events Center.
With another exciting crowd expected for the second night of Opening Weekend, fans are encouraged to allow extra time for parking, entering the arena and finding their seats before puck drop.
KEEP THE CELEBRATION GOING
The return of professional hockey to New Mexico is just getting started!
Following Friday night's historic debut, the Goatheads are ready to take the ice once again as they continue their inaugural 2026–27 ECHL season against the Idaho Steelheads.
Whether you were part of Opening Night or are experiencing Goatheads hockey for the first time, there's no better time to join the Herd.
New Mexico, we're just getting started. Let's keep the energy going!
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